UNITED MEDICAL CENTER

Is UNITED MEDICAL CENTER the right hospital for your medical needs? Comprehensive analysis of UNITED MEDICAL CENTER to help you make the best healthcare decision during a critical time.

  • Last Updated: April 30, 2025
  • Address: 1310 SOUTHERN AVENUE SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20032
  • Phone: (202) 574-6000
  • Hospital Type: Acute Care Hospitals
  • Ownership: Proprietary
  • Emergency Services: Available 24/7

  Why Should You Consider UNITED MEDICAL CENTER for Your Healthcare?

UNITED MEDICAL CENTER is a Acute Care Hospitals located in WASHINGTON, DC. This hospital provides emergency services and has 67 affiliated medical professionals. Patient satisfaction is notable with 32% of patients recommending this hospital to others.

Hospital Type & Services

UNITED MEDICAL CENTER is classified as a Acute Care Hospitals, which means it provides specialized care for patients with serious medical conditions requiring immediate attention.

Ownership & Accountability

This hospital operates under Proprietary ownership, which affects governance, funding, and accountability structures. Medicare ID: 90008

Key Performance Indicators

2/5 Stars
CMS Overall Rating
32%
Patients Recommend
24/7
Emergency Services

Cost Comparison

Understanding hospital costs is crucial for healthcare planning. At UNITED MEDICAL CENTER, emergency patients are charged an average of $24,908. This is lower than the state average of $27,877 and lower than the national average of $26,591.

Data Transparency

All information sourced from U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and verified as of April 30, 2025. We update our data monthly to ensure accuracy.

  How Much Does Care Cost at UNITED MEDICAL CENTER?

Understanding hospital costs is crucial for healthcare planning. Here's what you need to know about the financial aspects of receiving care at UNITED MEDICAL CENTER.

Important Note: Hospital pricing is complex and varies significantly based on your insurance, the specific treatments you need, and your individual circumstances. The data below provides standardized comparisons but may not reflect your actual costs.

Medicare Spending Comparison

To provide a standard metric for comparing hospital costs, CMS publishes the MSPB (Medicare Spending Per Beneficiary). Even if you're not on Medicare, this metric helps compare relative costs between hospitals.

Not Available
vs. National Average
Cost data not available

What This Means for You

Cost comparison data is not available for UNITED MEDICAL CENTER. Contact the hospital directly for pricing information and financial assistance options.

Remember: Your actual costs will depend on your insurance coverage, deductibles, and the specific care you receive.

Detailed Cost Breakdown

Here's a more detailed look at average spending patterns for different types of care at UNITED MEDICAL CENTER:

Type of Care Average Cost Period
Home Health Agency
Healthcare costs for this service type
$1 1 to 3 days Prior to Index Hospital Admission
Hospice
Healthcare costs for this service type
$0 1 to 3 days Prior to Index Hospital Admission
Inpatient
Healthcare costs for this service type
$0 1 to 3 days Prior to Index Hospital Admission
Outpatient
Healthcare costs for this service type
$72 1 to 3 days Prior to Index Hospital Admission
Skilled Nursing Facility
Healthcare costs for this service type
$26 1 to 3 days Prior to Index Hospital Admission
Durable Medical Equipment
Healthcare costs for this service type
$14 1 to 3 days Prior to Index Hospital Admission
Carrier
Healthcare costs for this service type
$601 1 to 3 days Prior to Index Hospital Admission
Home Health Agency
Healthcare costs for this service type
$0 During Index Hospital Admission
Hospice
Healthcare costs for this service type
$0 During Index Hospital Admission
Inpatient
Healthcare costs for this service type
$10,001 During Index Hospital Admission
Outpatient
Healthcare costs for this service type
$0 During Index Hospital Admission
Skilled Nursing Facility
Healthcare costs for this service type
$0 During Index Hospital Admission
Durable Medical Equipment
Healthcare costs for this service type
$25 During Index Hospital Admission
Carrier
Healthcare costs for this service type
$1,428 During Index Hospital Admission
Home Health Agency
Healthcare costs for this service type
$115 1 through 30 days After Discharge from Index Hospital Admission
Hospice
Healthcare costs for this service type
$114 1 through 30 days After Discharge from Index Hospital Admission
Inpatient
Healthcare costs for this service type
$4,875 1 through 30 days After Discharge from Index Hospital Admission
Outpatient
Healthcare costs for this service type
$930 1 through 30 days After Discharge from Index Hospital Admission
Skilled Nursing Facility
Healthcare costs for this service type
$4,920 1 through 30 days After Discharge from Index Hospital Admission
Durable Medical Equipment
Healthcare costs for this service type
$176 1 through 30 days After Discharge from Index Hospital Admission
Carrier
Healthcare costs for this service type
$1,609 1 through 30 days After Discharge from Index Hospital Admission
Total
Healthcare costs for this service type
$24,908 Complete Episode
Cost Transparency: These figures represent Medicare spending averages and may not reflect costs for privately insured patients. Always contact UNITED MEDICAL CENTER's financial counselors for personalized cost estimates and payment plan options.

  How Safe Is UNITED MEDICAL CENTER from Infections?

Hospital-acquired infections are a serious concern for patient safety. Here's how UNITED MEDICAL CENTER performs in preventing infections compared to national standards.

Why This Matters: Hospital-acquired infections can significantly impact your recovery and health outcomes. Lower infection rates indicate better hygiene protocols, staff training, and overall patient safety measures.

Infection Prevention Performance

These measures show how often patients at UNITED MEDICAL CENTER contract specific infections during their medical treatment, compared to national benchmarks:

Type of Infection UNITED MEDICAL CENTER Score vs. National Benchmark
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (ICU + select Wards): Lower Confidence Limit
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
Not Available Not Available
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (ICU + select Wards): Upper Confidence Limit
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
Not Available Not Available
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection: Number of Device Days
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
1,233.00 Not Available
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (ICU + select Wards): Predicted Cases
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
0.93 Not Available
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (ICU + select Wards): Observed Cases
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
0.00 Not Available
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (ICU + select Wards)
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
Not Available Not Available
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards): Lower Confidence Limit
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
0.04 Same
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards): Upper Confidence Limit
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
3.42 Same
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards): Number of Urinary Catheter Days
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
1,975.00 Same
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards): Predicted Cases
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
1.44 Same
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards): Observed Cases
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
1.00 Same
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards)
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
0.69 Same
SSI - Colon Surgery: Lower Confidence Limit
Surgical site infections after operations
Not Available Not Available
SSI - Colon Surgery: Upper Confidence Limit
Surgical site infections after operations
Not Available Not Available
SSI - Colon Surgery: Number of Procedures
Surgical site infections after operations
10.00 Not Available
SSI - Colon Surgery: Predicted Cases
Surgical site infections after operations
0.27 Not Available
SSI - Colon Surgery: Observed Cases
Surgical site infections after operations
0.00 Not Available
SSI - Colon Surgery
Surgical site infections after operations
Not Available Not Available
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy: Lower Confidence Limit
Surgical site infections after operations
Not Available Not Available
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy: Upper Confidence Limit
Surgical site infections after operations
Not Available Not Available
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy: Number of Procedures
Surgical site infections after operations
Not Available Not Available
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy: Predicted Cases
Surgical site infections after operations
Not Available Not Available
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy: Observed Cases
Surgical site infections after operations
Not Available Not Available
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy
Surgical site infections after operations
Not Available Not Available
MRSA Bacteremia: Lower Confidence Limit
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections
N/A Same
MRSA Bacteremia: Upper Confidence Limit
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections
2.74 Same
MRSA Bacteremia: Patient Days
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections
21,112.00 Same
MRSA Bacteremia: Predicted Cases
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections
1.09 Same
MRSA Bacteremia: Observed Cases
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections
0.00 Same
MRSA Bacteremia
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections
0.00 Same
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff): Lower Confidence Limit
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
0.39 Same
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff): Upper Confidence Limit
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
1.75 Same
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff): Patient Days
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
21,112.00 Same
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff): Predicted Cases
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
7.93 Same
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff): Observed Cases
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
7.00 Same
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff)
Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure
0.88 Same

Understanding Infection Scores

Better Than National

Lower infection rates indicate excellent infection prevention protocols and staff adherence to safety measures.

Same as National

Infection rates meet national standards, indicating adequate safety protocols are in place.

Worse Than National

Higher infection rates may indicate areas for improvement in infection prevention protocols.

Your Role in Infection Prevention: As a patient, you can help prevent infections by following hand hygiene guidelines, asking healthcare workers to wash their hands, and speaking up about any concerns regarding cleanliness or infection prevention protocols.

  How Does UNITED MEDICAL CENTER Compare to Other Hospitals?

Comparing hospitals helps you understand relative quality and safety performance. Here's how UNITED MEDICAL CENTER measures against similar facilities nationally and in your area.

Patient Safety & Complication Rates

These measures track serious complications and death rates at UNITED MEDICAL CENTER compared to national averages. Lower rates generally indicate better patient safety and care quality.

Safety Measure UNITED MEDICAL CENTER Rate vs. National Average
Rate of complications for hip/knee replacement patients
Measures serious complications during or after treatment
N/A Not Enough Data
Death rate for heart attack patients
Tracks patient deaths related to this condition or procedure
N/A Not Enough Data
Death rate for CABG surgery patients
Tracks patient deaths related to this condition or procedure
N/A Not Enough Data
Death rate for COPD patients
Tracks patient deaths related to this condition or procedure
9.7% Same as National
Death rate for heart failure patients
Tracks patient deaths related to this condition or procedure
10.1% Same as National
Death rate for pneumonia patients
Tracks patient deaths related to this condition or procedure
18% Same as National
Death rate for stroke patients
Tracks patient deaths related to this condition or procedure
N/A Not Enough Data
Pressure ulcer rate
Important patient safety and quality measure
0.75% Same as National
Death rate among surgical inpatients with serious treatable complications
Tracks patient deaths related to this condition or procedure
N/A Not Enough Data
Iatrogenic pneumothorax rate
Important patient safety and quality measure
0.24% Same as National
In-hospital fall-associated fracture rate
Important patient safety and quality measure
0.32% Same as National
Postoperative hemorrhage or hematoma rate
Important patient safety and quality measure
2.35% Same as National
Postoperative acute kidney injury requiring dialysis rate
Important patient safety and quality measure
N/A Not Enough Data
Postoperative respiratory failure rate
Important patient safety and quality measure
N/A Not Enough Data
Perioperative pulmonary embolism or deep vein thrombosis rate
Important patient safety and quality measure
4.19% Same as National
Postoperative sepsis rate
Important patient safety and quality measure
N/A Not Enough Data
Postoperative wound dehiscence rate
Important patient safety and quality measure
1.84% Same as National
Abdominopelvic accidental puncture or laceration rate
Important patient safety and quality measure
0.85% Same as National
CMS Medicare PSI 90: Patient safety and adverse events composite
Important patient safety and quality measure
1.03% Same as National
Understanding Safety Scores: "Better than National" means UNITED MEDICAL CENTER has lower complication/death rates than average, indicating higher safety. "Worse than National" suggests higher rates that may warrant discussion with your healthcare team about risk factors.

  Where Can You Go for Extended Recovery After UNITED MEDICAL CENTER?

Many patients need continued care after a hospital stay. If you're not ready to return home, skilled nursing facilities provide professional medical care during your recovery period.

Why This Matters: Choosing the right skilled nursing facility can significantly impact your recovery. These facilities provide 24/7 nursing care, physical therapy, and medical supervision when you need more support than home care can provide.
No Nearby Skilled Nursing Facilities Found: Our database doesn't show skilled nursing facilities in the immediate area of UNITED MEDICAL CENTER. Contact the hospital's discharge planning team for assistance finding appropriate post-acute care options.

  What Medical Team Can You Access at UNITED MEDICAL CENTER?

The quality of medical professionals affiliated with a hospital directly impacts your care. Here's information about the doctors and medical groups associated with UNITED MEDICAL CENTER.

67 Individual Physicians

Licensed medical professionals with admitting privileges or affiliations

30 Medical Groups

Organized physician practices and specialty groups

Affiliated Medical Groups

These medical groups have physicians who practice at UNITED MEDICAL CENTER. Working with an affiliated group can provide better coordination of your hospital and outpatient care.

OLNEY MEDICAL GROUP, LLC

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MEDICAL FACULTY ASSOCIATES, INC

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ALFRED C. BURRIS, M.D., P.C.

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ADVENTIST PHYSICIAN SERVICES INC

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AXIS HEALTHCARE GROUP

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EMERGENCY MEDICINE SERVICES OF VA LLC

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ACCENT ON HEALTH LLC

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WASHINGTON CARDIOVASCULAR INSTITUTE, LLC

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WASHINGTON IMAGING ASSOCIATES - MARYLAND LLC

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WISCONSIN AVE PSYCHIATRIC CENTER INC

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IT HOSPITALIST SERVICES

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METRO RENAL ASSOCIATES, PLLC

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UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND ST JOSEPH MEDICAL GROUP LLC

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M MEDICAL GROUP, INC.

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EMERGENCY MEDICINE ASSOCIATES, P.A.,P.C.

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PATHOLOGY ASSOCIATES OF SILVER SPRING, LLC

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NEPHROLOGY ASSOCIATES LLC

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WASHINGTON RADIOLOGY ASSOC PLLC

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MARYLAND IMAGING NETWORK PC

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FAIRFAX RADIOLOGICAL CONSULTANTS PC

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USACS CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE SERVICES EAST, LLC

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HOSPITAL MEDICINE SERVICES OF VA LLC

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SOUTHEASTERN INTENSIVIST SERVICES PC

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HOWARD UNIVERSITY

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PROGRESSIVE MRI LLC

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CAPITAL AREA RENAL ASSOCIATES, PC

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LUMINIS HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP, LLC

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DIMENSIONS HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES INC

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CAPITAL CRITICAL CARE, LLC

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INTENSIVE CARE CONSORTIUM INC

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Complete Medical Staff Directory

Large Medical Staff: UNITED MEDICAL CENTER has a large number of affiliated medical professionals. For a complete directory with detailed information about each doctor, visit our comprehensive listing.
Finding the Right Doctor: When choosing a physician affiliated with UNITED MEDICAL CENTER, consider their specialty, experience, patient reviews, and whether they accept your insurance. The hospital can help coordinate referrals to appropriate specialists.

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